synonym Comparative
話し合う
VS
話し合い
Differences Between "話し合う" and "話し合い"
Option A
話し合う
Meaning
to discuss, to talk together, to consult
Reading
はなしあう (hanashiau)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
大切なことなので、家族とよく話し合って決めます。
It's important, so I'll discuss it thoroughly with my family before deciding.
Option B
話し合い
Meaning
discussion, talk, consultation
Reading
はなしあい (hanashiai)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
私たちはその問題について話し合いをしました。
We had a discussion about that problem.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(to discuss, to talk together, to consult)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 話し合う: Implies a mutual discussion or talking together to reach an understanding or decision. The 「合う (au)」 part means 'together' or 'mutually'.
- 話し合い: 複数人で意見を交換し、合意や解決策を見つけるために行われる会話や会議を指します。動詞「話し合う」の名詞形です。 (Refers to a conversation or meeting where multiple people exchange opinions to find an 'agreement' or 'solution'. It is the noun form of the verb '話し合う' (to discuss).)
- 話し合う: Implies a mutual discussion or talking together to reach an understanding or decision. The 「合う (au)」 part means 'together' or 'mutually'.
- 話し合い: 複数人で意見を交換し、合意や解決策を見つけるために行われる会話や会議を指します。動詞「話し合う」の名詞形です。 (Refers to a conversation or meeting where multiple people exchange opinions to find an 'agreement' or 'solution'. It is the noun form of the verb '話し合う' (to discuss).)
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